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Ruth Her

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I help clients navigate life transitions, emotional stress, layered personal challenges, and the difficult experiences that can leave them feeling stuck. My style is honest, goal-focused, and centered on helping you feel comfortable from the start. Clients often share that they feel heard, understood, and supported in our work together. I believe therapy should stay focused on your needs, your pace, and the goals that matter most to you.

My approach to therapy

My approach is holistic, collaborative, and grounded in careful listening. I meet clients where they are emotionally and psychologically, without pressure to open up before they are ready. Together, we build a strong foundation, explore challenges layer by layer, and create a plan based on your needs, strengths, and support system.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is a supportive space to review what to expect from therapy, talk through important questions, and begin identifying the goals that brought you in. My aim is to help you feel safe, comfortable, and clear about the process from the start.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Open Minded, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, STANISLAUS
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Art Therapy, Strength-Based, Humanistic, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Behavior Modification, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Based, Psychodynamic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish